Book Sydney Shark Encounter Tickets

• Wade into a natural lagoon-style habitat to interact with the friendly sharks and rays of the exciting Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters aquarium.
• Pet and feed the affectionate creatures as they gently glide past your feet in the shallow waters.
• A safety briefing from the experienced staff, along with the necessary equipment, assures a safe and pleasant interaction.
• You can hire a wetsuit for a more immersive experience, or choose to wear your own clothes while getting just your legs and feet wet.
• Discover some incredible marine species including seahorses, eels, and tawny nurse sharks.
• Enjoy an interactive guided tour and educational talks to learn about the aquarium's marine residents.

Inclusions

• Admission to the aquarium
• Interactive English-guided tour
• Shallows encounter with sock hire included
• Food for the sharks and rays
• Educational talks and question time
• Dining area including bring your own picnic

Exclusions

• The Shark Encounter experience
• Wetsuits, waders, and water shoes

• Wetsuits can be hired for an extra $6 per person.
• Children aged below 12 must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times.
• Clothes must be worn on top of swimwear.
• Only reef-friendly sunscreen is permitted.
• You can only wade in the water, swimming is not permitted.
• This attraction is wheelchair accessible.

• Infants, children, students, and families with up to 4 adults and 3 children enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Learn about the importance of conserving ocean ecosystems at Irukandiji's Shark & Ray Encounters.
• Upon arrival, enjoy a warm greeting by the staff, who will guide you on how to interact safely with the animals.
• They will also provide you with the equipment you need to enter the water and meet the animals.
• In the shallows of the lagoon, find yourself surrounded by sharks and rays of different sizes and species.
• The guide hands out food for the animals and tells you about each animal's individual personalities, habits, and quirks.
• Spend time watching these adorable animals flapping around your feet or swimming into your lap so you can pet them!
• Outside the water, explore the different pools and spot the diverse variety of saltwater fish.
• If you like, you can reach in and interact with these animals as they swim around in their homes.
• Tip: Every hour, there is an educational talk on sharks, rays, and marine conservation. These will help you bust some myths about these amazing creatures and give you an idea of practical ways to help protect the oceans and their inhabitants.

Inclusions

• Entry to Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters
• Food for the sharks and rays
• A 20-minute private encounter with the zebra sharks
• Shallows encounter with wetsuit and sock hire

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Explore the exotic sea life of Australia in Irukandji's natural-style tropical lagoon.
• Get a brief guide about how to safely interact with marine animals and an introduction to the snorkeling equipment with your expert guide.
• Snorkel with big sharks and rays, getting a close glimpse at the fascinating marine world underneath you.
• Listen to your expert guide narrate stories about the marine conservation efforts in the area.
• Take a walk around the tropical aquarium and see clownfish and lionfish, among other colorful creatures.
• Please note: Children aged 12 and under, and non-swimmers cannot participate in this activity.

Inclusions

• Entry to Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters
• English-speaking tour guide
• Shallows encounter (with wetsuit and socks)
• Food for the sharks and rays
• 30-minute snorkel in the deep lagoon (with snorkel and mask hire)
• Showers

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Get up close with the exotic sharks and rays near the tropical Australian coast.
• Feed the marine species with a feeding stick and food provided to you.
• Listen to your expert guide tell you more about the fascinating creatures in the tropical lagoon.
• Interact closely with the elusive tawny nurse sharks, a vulnerable species native to the Pacific.
• Befriend the rare creatures as you feed and pet them on the sandy shores of the lagoon.
• Please note: This experience is not suitable for children aged 12 and under.

Inclusions

• Shallows encounter in the lagoon
• Feeding and petting the animals
• Food for the sharks and rays
• 20-minute private encounter with the tawny nurse sharks
• Wetsuit and socks

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.